Service 15 February 2026

Matthew 17:1-9: Jesus’ teaching on the mount revealed a life of metanoia and God’s blessing. However, the following sequence is the way toward the cross. This path made his people confused as they expected power and victory. Our Bible shows this pattern that God saves first, then leads His people into unexpected places, like Israel at Sinai. God’s sequence is always grace before law, gift before obedience. For this reason, we need the “six days”. It is a powerful metaphor that the Transfiguration echo God’s preparation and our reshaping. Jesus’ transfiguration reveals God forming a new identity in us, calling us to live beyond our limitations. When life feels opposite to our hopes, God is preparing transformation for our blessed journey.